Derek vs Tatum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Derek Rank #258

Tatum Rank #195

Tatum is more popular, ranked #195 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Tatum more popular?

Tatum is more popular, ranked #195 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Tatum mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Derek and Tatum boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.